generate-video

# /socialforge:generate-video — Video Production Kit Generate video production assets through a 5-stage human-in-the-loop pipeline. Each stage requires user approval before advancing. ## Context efficiency Asset-heavy skill. **Grep before Read** the asset catalog (`${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_DATA}/<brand>/assets/index.json`) — never list the asset directory. Reference generated images / videos by path, not by loading metadata. Brand profile loads once per session. ## Prerequisites - Credentials must be configured via `/socialforge:setup`: - **Vertex AI** (Gemini Imagen) — used for first-frame and last-frame keyframe generation - **WaveSpeed API** — used for image-to-video generation via Kling v3.0 Pro - Brand profile must be active (`/socialforge:switch-brand` if needed) - Calendar must be parsed (`/socialforge:parse-calendar`) with video posts identified ## The 5-Stage Pipeline ### Stage 1: Video Concept (no API call) Claude generates **2-3 video concept ideas** based on the post brief, brand voice, and platform requirements. Each concept includes: - Working title and hook - Visual narrative arc (opening, middle, close) - Suggested duration and pacing - Tone and style direction The user picks one concept (or requests refinements) before proceeding. ### Stage 2: First Frame Generation (Vertex AI / Gemini Imagen) Generate **2 first-frame options** based on the chosen concept. These set the opening visual and establish the look and feel. - Images are shown **inline** in th...